Description |
lxxxii, 681 pages ; 24 cm |
Contents |
An introduction to torts -- The distinction between trespass and case -- Trepass to person -- Trespass to land -- Trepass to presonal property -- Defences to trepass -- Intentional damage to a person -- The negligence action -- Established duties of care -- Novel duties of care -- Standard of care and breach -- Damage: causation and scope -- Defences to negligence -- Limitaton of actions -- Judicial remedies -- Wrongful death -- Service and family relationsd -- Public and statutory duties -- Misrepresentation in torts: negligence and deceit -- Vicarious liability and non-delegable duties -- Multiple tortfeasors -- Defamation -- Defences and remedies in defamation -- Interference with business interests -- Nuisance -- Liability for animals |
Summary |
Provides clear analysis and discussion of a comprehensive range of cases and developments in recent Australian tort law. Amanda Stickley, Queensland University of Technology |
Analysis |
Law Torts (Australia) |
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Australian |
Notes |
Previous edition : 2009 |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
Notes |
Also available online |
Subject |
Torts -- Australia.
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Torts -- Australia -- Textbooks.
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Genre/Form |
Textbooks.
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Author |
McGlone, Frances, 1950-
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LC no. |
2012517030 |
ISBN |
9780409330151 : |
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